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12th grade U.S. History handouts
(9/11) September 11th: engaging 35-slide PPT (stats, images, videos, handouts)
THIS IS A MUST-HAVE FOR ANY TEACHER LOOKING TO TEACH ON 9/11. WITH DIFFERENT SLIDE VERSIONS, MULTIPLE HANDOUTS INCLUDED, AND NO PREP NEEDED, THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OPTIONS TO DELIVER AGE-APPROPRIATE LESSONS FOR THIS MOST IMPORTANT AND SENSITIVE TOPIC.THE HIGHLY ENGAGING, FULLY EDITABLE 35-SLIDES ARE EASILY MODIFIED AND TRULY DESIGNED TO TEACH ABOUT 9/11 (PATRIOT DAY) TO ALL GRADE LEVELS.***GOOGLE COMPATIBLE*** 1) Drag and Drop the Word Doc or PowerPoint into Google Drive2) Then Go to "FILE", and
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2nd - 12th
Also included in:Â SEPTEMBER Interactive, Engaging, Top-Rated Activities - 7-PACK BUNDLE
September 11 - Speech Analysis by George W. Bush - Questions with Key (9/11)
September 11 - Speech Analysis by George W. Bush (9/11) - This 6 page September 11th document contains the speech made by President George W. Bush on the evening of September 11, 2001. The resource include a set of 5 questions wherein students are required to analyze the speech and its significance given the events of September 11. The final question requires students to analyze the effectiveness/significance of the speech overall. The resource includes a detailed teachers key for ease of ass
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5th - 12th
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MOCK TRIAL: Class Preparation
This resource will provide students with an introductory framework from which to understand the judiciary process. Students will delve into the fundamental aspects of a courtroom such as: the basic structure and lay-out of a courtroom, the function of different roles (judge, jury, defense, prosecutor), and the common procedures and language used in a courtroom environment. Students will also explore the importance of how to create an opening and closing statement, the legal grounds of when to ob
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7th - 12th
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Civil Rights Movement Primary Source Analysis Bundle
Teach the Civil Rights Movement with this easy to implement Primary Source Analysis Bundle that covers your content and your standards.Investigate the Civil Rights Movement with primary sources so your students learn core content while also practicing Social Studies skills. This bundled set includes 8-pages of handouts providing an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the economic, political, and cultural changes of the Civi
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6th - 12th
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Vietnam War Soldier's Letter Primary Source Reading
This amazing Vietnam War primary source activity features a poetic letter from an American soldier who died in the conflict. It provides a moving interpretation of what it means to be a patriotic American.The letter is beautifully written and will surely have a powerful effect on your students. It is also a great way to integrate reading analysis strategies into a lesson on the Vietnam War.After reading the 1-page letter, students answer a set of open-ended comprehension and opinion questions to
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8th - 12th
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APUSH Exam Review Mega-Pack - AP® US History Test Prep - AP Exam Prep
CHECK OUT MY NEW AP EXAM PREP WORKBOOK for an even more streamlined & foolproof APUSH Exam Prep plan. FYI: There is quite a bit of overlap between the two, so you probably don’t need both.Your one-stop-shoppe for APUSH Review! Timelines, Thematic Study Guides, PPTS, Handouts, and more! This includes a bundle of helpful review resources for the APUSH Exam. These resources can be used throughout the year or just in preparation for the May Exam. They can also help a new teacher to prepare for t
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9th - 12th
George Washington's Farewell Address Analysis Worksheet
This George Washington's Farewell Address analysis activity features a two page excerpt of the President's famous speech from 1796. In it, Washington warns America of the dangers of a 2 Party System and about getting entangled in foreign affairs. This is a wonderful speech for students to read and analyze as his arguments are still so relevant to today. The speech has been recognized for years as a masterful guide to government. In 1825, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison recommended the use of
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9th - 12th
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Western Expansion of United States Bundle (Texas,Gold Rush,Mexican American War)
This bundles includes all of my resources for Manifest Destiny and the Expansion of the United States from 1836 - 1850. Each included resource is available for individual purchase.This bundles includes:Oregon Trail Doodle Notes Manifest Destiny Doodle Notes Missouri Compromise Map Activity The Long Walk of the Navajo Manifest Destiny & the Expansion of the United States PowerPoint & Guided Notes California Gold Rush Graphic Notes Texas War for Independence and the Mexican American War Do
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8th - 12th
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Current Event Templates & Assignment for Middle & High School
FULLY EDITABLE GOOGLE DOCS/SHEETS/SLIDES:Current Event AssignmentAfter reading the news, students will fill out this Google Doc to show their understanding of the article. Students will include information on their source, find the location on a map, summarize the article, reflect on the article with prompting questions, define a relevant enduring issue, & connect the article with other learning. Of course, anything can be added or removed on this editable document.Current Event Checklist
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6th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Enduring Issues Essay Bundle
Dunkirk (2017) - Complete Movie Guide and Background Worksheet
"In May 1940, Germany advanced into France, trapping Allied troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. Under air and ground cover from British and French forces, troops were slowly and methodically evacuated from the beach using every serviceable naval and civilian vessel that could be found. At the end of this heroic mission, 330,000 French, British, Belgian and Dutch soldiers were safely evacuated." This product comes with a worksheet detailing the background of Dunkirk. The student worksheet comes wit
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8th - 12th
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Fall of the Berlin Wall & of the Soviet Union! Analyze why Soviet Union failed!
Fall of the Berlin Wall & of the Soviet Union! Analyze why Soviet Union failed!This lesson on the Berlin Wall and the Soviet Union is included in the Cold War Resource Bundle, located here:Cold War Resource Bundle! 12 engaging Cold War resources to promote learning!Buy the bundle and save a bundle!-----In this highly-engaging resource, students understand the reason for the construction of the Berlin Wall, the history of the wall, why the Berlin Wall was destroyed, and several reasons to exp
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9th - 12th
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Crash Course US Government and Politics Worksheets Complete Series Set Bundle
This ZIP file contains Microsoft Word document worksheets (along with PDF versions) for each of the fifty episodes of Crash Course U.S. Government and Politics hosted by Craig Benzine.Worksheets contain a combination of fill-in-the-blank and short answer questions. Each worksheet is accompanied with an answer key and relevant images.By purchasing this file, you agree not to make it publicly available (on external websites, etc.) or to share with any other teachers. It is intended for classroom u
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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EDITABLE Multiple-Choice Tests / MCQ - APUSH / AP US History - All Units
EDITABLE stimulus-based multiple-choice / MCQ test for each of the four periods for the APUSH / AP US History curriculum. All questions are original, and modeled after the College Board format and difficulty. These are the tests I use on students to achieve pass rates of over 90%! Bundle ContentsFour editable stimulus-based multiple-choice tests for each Period of AP US History (20 questions each; 80 total)Designed to progressively expose students to stimulus-based multiple-choice practice acros
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â APUSH / AP US History - Full Curriculum Bundle - Full Year - Google Drive
End of World War II, Start of the Cold War worksheet - Global/US/World History
End of World War II, Start of the Cold War worksheet AIM: How did the end of World War II pave the way for the Cold War? To what extent was the Cold War inevitable? Common core compliant worksheet focusing on the Yalta Agreement and its aftermath Contains several student-centered activities designed to promote active engagement and critical thinking such as: Do now – Casualties of World War IIWhat’s Next for the Allies after World War II? – Problems/Issues facing the Allied Powers.Yalta Agree
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Bundle #6 - Expanded World War II - Global/US/World History
U.S. History | Manifest Destiny & Westward Expansion | Gallery Walk Activity
In this Gallery Walk Activity, your students will examine the major events surrounding Manifest Destiny and America's Westward Expansion. Your students will learn how each territory was obtained by the U.S. Government (from Atlantic Ocean to Pacific Ocean) and how the U.S. achieved its Manifest Destiny! Topics covered include: Original 13 Colonies, Louisiana Purchase, Mexican- American War, Annexation of Texas, Oregon Trail, Gadsden Purchase and MORE! A Gallery Walk is an activity in which you
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â U.S. History | Gallery Walk Bundle | 7 Activities | WWII, Cold War & More!
National Treasure Movie Guide Questions
This is a 45 question, open ended, movie guide for students to answer while they watch the Disney Movie, National Treasure, staring Nicholas Cage. The questions are open ended and designed to keep students engaged throughout the entire film. This movie is now available on Disney+. This is a fun action and adventure movie that is perfect for Middle School or High School students. Great if teaching American History, as the movie highlights important American figures and monuments throughout th
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6th - 12th
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Home Front in WWII Primary Source Analysis Activity Handout US History WW2
Investigating the American Home front during WWII? Want to help students analyze primary sources to understand the different perspectives on life changes during America's involvement in WW2?This 2-page handout provides an assortment of quotes and images for students to analyze with guiding questions for a better understanding of the Home Front during WWII. Includes a wrap-up question in which students make comparisons to our modern cultural changes.Includes:2-page worksheetSkills Addressed:Prima
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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War of 1812 & Star Spangled Banner Lesson
This activity was designed to teach the cause and impact of the War of 1812. Students will read an overview of the war, answer questions, and analyze primary source documents. Great activity for quickly covering the War of 1812.This lesson comes in both a Google Slide version (6 slides) for students to click on links and type in answers or printable PDF (2 pages) versions for students to handwrite answers. The two versions have a slight difference.
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7th - 12th
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Americas Exploration and Colonization Map (Age of Exploration)
Americas Exploration and Colonization Map exercise guides students through the colonization of the Americas by Spain, Portugal, England, France and the Dutch. Students identify and label geographical landforms as well as color the claimed territory by European powers. Students create a legend showing the colors representing the territories. Afterward, students analyze the map and answer six questions. An additional QR Code version of the assignment is included for students who may not have the r
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8th - 12th
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Navajo Code Talkers Reading Guide and Coding Activity Worksheet
Uncover the extraordinary legacy of the Navajo Code talkers, heroes of World War II, with our immersive worksheet package. Students delve into a compelling reading guide detailing the Navajo Code talkers' bravery and the pivotal role their unique language played in securing victory. Reflection questions deepen understanding and provoke critical thinking. Engaging activities teach students about the Navajo language, challenging them to break a code and create their own secret messages. Plus, a wo
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5th - 12th
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Hamilton the Musical Guide + Answers | Hamilton Movie Worksheet (2020) Disney
Hamilton movie questions (released 2020) help keep students engaged throughout the film by providing 29 questions (plus 4 critical thinking questions after viewing) for them to answer to keep them on track. Hamilton worksheet comes with a key that has suggested answers provided at the end.Hamilton Movie Guide follows the original Broadway production of the award-winning musical that tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, first secretary of the treasury, blending hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadw
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Causes of WWII ... Stations and Inquiry Discussion!
Stuck on how to start your unit on WWII? Try introducing with a stations activity. Attached is a PDF document with six stations and readings that detail the causes of WWII. Implementing stations in your classroom allows some flexibility in whether you have students work in their own pairings of choice, or break them up into your own groups. Invite students to walk around your classroom and learn about each station in an interactive, engaging way. The readings for each station include different p
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9th - 12th
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World History Daily Warmups and Bell Ringers | 365 Days On This Day in History!
In this World History daily warmup, in this day in history trivia, and bell ringer product, you receive 365 daily warmups for your entire school year! Each short activity is designed to start class each day, and each warmup is focused on a historical event that happened on each day of the year! Use as bell ringers, warmups, team challenges, or class trivia!** Would you prefer unit-specific warmups and bellringers? Check my set for each of my World History Units here!Questions are focused mainl
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5th - 12th
The Men Who Built America (2012): Complete Video Guides for Every Episode
"THE MEN WHO BUILT AMERICA" is the story of this landmark transition. America wasn't discovered, it was built. The series uncovers the rise of modern America by examining the men, who through their drive, ambition, and business savvy, created the great industries of our time. They transformed every industry they touched: oil, rail, steel, shipping, automobiles, and finance. In the process their names - Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Carnegie, Astor, Ford and Morgan - became synonymous with the America
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8th - 12th
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